Pikey Peak Trek
Follows a beautiful trail in the lower Everest region
Trip Overview:
Location
Nepal
Region
Everest
Max-Elevation
4,065 m
Duration
10 days
Accommodation
Hotel/Lodge
Best Seasons
Spring and Autumn
Group
Min. 1 Pax
Difficulty
Easy-Moderate
Start Point
Kathmandu
End Point
Kathmandu
Permit
No Required
Food
Three Meals/Day
Introduction to Pikey Peak Trek
If you are looking for the nearest trek from Kathmandu to see Mount Everest, the Pikey Peak Trek is the best option for you. The Pikey Peak Trek is the nearest trek from Kathmandu to see Mount Everest that follows a scenic trail into the lower Everest region known as the Solu Khumbu region. From the Pikey Peak, there is a panoramic view of the highest mountain in the world, Mt. Everest (8,848) and other snow-capped mountains.
Pikey Peak Trekking is a newly opened trekking route where you will get a gorgeous view of nature, and you can experience the traditional life of different ethnic groups like Sherpa, Chhetri, Tamang, and Gurung. Where you can taste the verities of local cuisines and observe some rare plants and animals.
You can have the best view of Mount Everest, the highest peak in the world, on a short trek in Nepal. From Pikey peak, you can get the grand view of mountain peaks like Dhaulagiri, Everest, Makalu, Kanchenjunga, Ama Damlam, Lhotse, Nupatse, Numbur, Gaurisankhar, Langtang to the far west. Additionally, Pikey peak rewards you with one of the best sunrises and sunset views.
It offers dense forests of Sunpati, Pine, Rhododendron whereas attraction of birds and animals like Lophophorus, Crimson Horned Pheasant, tiger, wild bear, Panda, Ghoral and so on. Similarly, Chauri Ghai, Nak, yak and cow can be found anywhere in this area. Tourists can have pleasing view at nature's unique scenes, villages, and living way of Sherpa, Tamang, Chhetri, Gurung and Sunnuwar.
The Pikey Peak trek has several starting and ending points. Actually, the easy route of the Pikey Peak trek starts from Dhap Bazaar and ends at Phaplu. There is good access to Dhap Bazaar and Phaplu along the motor road from Kathmandu.
Highlights of the Pikey Peak Trek
Itinerary
After you arrive in Kathmandu airport please check our company board outside the main gate there will be our airport representative you will meet with him and he will transferred to hotel by private vehicle and our representative will help you to check-in your hotel after that if time enough, representative will take you to our office for short briefing about the trip but if not enough time then give a short trip brief in hotel and request to pay the due balance for the trip. Overnight at Hotel.
After breakfast, Kathmandu visits Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, Swayambhunath Stupa, and Boudhanath Stupa which are all World Heritage Sites. Durbar Square throws light on the life of the royals in ancient times. Pashupatinath Temple is one of the most important pilgrimage places for all Hindus. Swayambhunath is also known as Monkey Temple and Boudhanath Stupa is one of the largest stupas in the world. Late in the afternoon, we introduced you to your mountain/trek guide. overnight at Hotel.
We will leave Kathmandu in our private 4W land cruiser to Dhap Bazaar. The path follows the Sunkoshi River which joins Tama Koshi River further ahead on our drive forming a large Koshi River until reaching Ghurmi. We will enjoy typical Nepali food and continue our drive along the dense rhododendron forests. We will pass numerous settlement areas before reaching Dhap Bazaar which will take approximately take 7 hours to reach. We will explore the local bazaar and observe the lifestyle of the inhabiting people. Overnight at Mountain lodge/Teahouse.
Today we will continue along a dusty road leading us to Sigane. Again the trail continues along the bumpy roads to Jhapre. It is famous for exceptional vantage points to view the mountains residing in the northern region of the country. We can clearly see the Everest (8848m) and the Numbur Himal from here, and we will also visit gompas and stupas in the village. Overnight at Mountain lodge/Teahouse.
We will wake up in the early morning to view the first golden rays of the sun falling on the silver lining of snow-capped mountains. Relishing the view, we will continue our trek along a dusty road for some time and then start walking uphill until reaching Bhulbule. From here, the trail becomes steep and ascends through the rhododendron forests and small settlement areas of Lhamuje. The trail beyond Lhamuje opens out to reveal a pasture where we can see grazing Yaks. We will cross a long Mani wall and climb along the winding road to Pikey Base Camp. We will visit the Yak Cheese Factory and can enjoy the magnificent views of the majestic mountains surrounding the valley. Overnight at Mountain lodge/Teahouse.
The day begins with an early morning hike along the steep rocky ridgeline to the Pikey Peak (4,065 m). We can marvel on the gorgeous sunrise view over the mountains like Mt. Everest (8,848 m), Number Chuli (6,959 m), Thamserku (6,608m), Kangtega (6,685 m), Khatang (6,853 m), Kanchenjunga (8,586 m), Manaslu (8163 m), Dhaulagiri (8,167 m), Gaurishankar (7,134 m), Dorje Lakpa (6,966 m) and Langtang. Capturing the beautiful views in our cameras, We will descend to Pikey Peak Base Camp, have breakfast and then descend to Jase Bhnajyang. It is the best place to rest after enjoying the good view from Pikey Peak. Overnight at Mountain lodge/Teahouse.
After breakfast, we continue our hike through the forest. After the forest we walk through the meadow, then we reach the settlement of Taktor, where we have lunch. After lunch, we continue on the wide gravel road towards Junbesi. First we go to a Buddhist monastery, then to teahouses at Junbesi. In Junbesi there are beautiful teahouses, a Buddhist stupa and other amenities. Tamang, Magar and Sherpa live in this village. Overnight at Mountain lodge/Teahouse.
Today we will follow the descending dusty trail along the Junbesi Khola until reaching a steel suspension bridge. On crossing the bridge, we will reach Beni Ghat. We will continue our walk along the trail filled with scenic pleasures before reaching Phaplu. Overnight at Mountain lodge/Teahouse.
Start driving with a private jeep (optional local jeep) for Kathmandu early this morning. Stop for tea/coffee: stop for lunch and reach Kathmandu in the afternoon, which takes 7 to 8 hours for 275 km. Overnight at Hotel.
After breakfast, End of our services with departure transfer to the Kathmandu airport to board flight for your onward destination.
Not Satisfied with the above itinerary? We also offer flexible, tailor-made trips according to your preferences and specification.
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Thad Ball and Timothy Litzenburg
A Memorable 5 day Trek with Alpine Adventure
My friend and I booked a 5-day trek in the Annapurna region and had a fantastic time. Binod of Alpine Adventure Club is very professional and guided us through all the requirements of trekking in Nepal. He created an itinerary based on our interests and we could not be happier...
David & Wendy Galloway
A Highly Recommended Everest Adventure
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Jack Richeson
Memorable Annapurna Adventure with Expert Guidance
This was my first trip to Nepal and my first time trekking. I was only able to spend a short time here and there was a lot that I wanted to do. The Alpine Adventure Club Treks & Expedition group was very helpful in planning my trip to make the...
Flavia and Alexandre
Great Service! Highly Recommended
Namaste! Our 6 days trekking was amazing. It was wonderful to walk through out the lovely villages, meeting people and also the breathing views of the mountains.We loved the guest house too. And the staff is very very good. Our guide and porter were great!! We are happy to say...
